2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 191 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
